Edgware, Greater London

11 Orchard Close

Edgware | Greater London | HA8 7RE

11 ORCHARD CLOSE

KEY FEATURES

Orchard Close is an enchanting cul-de-sac of just fourteen properties, nestled privately in between Canons Drive and Canons Park, on the prestigious Canons Drive Estate. The properties on the close are built around a beautiful central ‘green’ and benefit from exclusive access to the private seven acre lake.

Number Eleven exudes character, calm and tranquillity; set back from the road behind a large driveway and perfectly manicured front garden. As you enter the property you are greeted by a bright and spacious entrance hall, with charming stained glass windows. Leading off the hallway is the double aspect living and dining room; offering green leafy views to the front and rear.

The heart of the home is the large kitchen, with ample space for an eight seater dining table and seating area. There are glass doors onto the terrace and wonderful views of the wrap around garden; the perfect space for entertaining all year round. The built in units are solid wood and worktops are granite, with the stone flooring adding to the rustic feel. There is a guest WC on the ground floor.

On the first floor, there are two large double bedrooms and one smaller bedroom, all leading off the spacious landing area, boasting more unique stained glass windows. The family bathroom is on the first floor, with his and hers sinks and large bath with shower.

SELLER INSIGHT

Eleven Orchard Close is a superb semi detached home which enjoys a peaceful location in a secluded cul de sac of only fourteen properties. It backs onto Canons Park and has access to a private seven acre lake just a few hundred yards away. It is a truly special property.

The present owner recalls how his parents came to living here. “Shortly after my father married my mother, he took her for a drive along Canons Drive and the surrounding roads and they immediately fell in love with the area. He subsequently promised her that one day he would buy her the house of her dreams. Not being one to break a promise, he duly kept his word and purchased Eleven Orchard Close, which became our treasured family home for over fifty seven years.”

The kitchen diner has always been the busy hub of the home and where the family gathered for chatty meals or to watch television. Each room has a welcoming ambience and space to accommodate family and friends. It is a home that really lends itself to being full of people.

The owner has fond memories of the property’s wrap around garden, which encompasses a large patio area and water feature. “The garden was my parents’ pride and joy and they spent many hours lovingly tending the plants and shrubs. The family also spent many a happy hour sitting on the patio, enjoying a barbeque and drinking fine wine whilst appreciating the tranquillity of the beautiful garden.”

The access to the private lake is a wow factor of the property, and the owner recalls a carefree childhood there, where many hours were spent fishing, swimming, boating, and picnicking. It is also a beautiful place to walk and teems with wildlife. “Canons Park is also a great facility to have on your doorstep” says the owner. “Our family spent many happy times there walking the dog and picking sloes to take home and turn into sloe gin.”

The property benefits from a tranquil location which is less than a mile from the centre of Edgware and has local shops within walking distance. “Orchard Close is like a tiny oasis on the edge of the hustle and bustle of Edgware” says the owner. Central London is accessible from Edgware Underground Station, less than a mile away; and there is easy access to the M1 and M25. There are excellent schools in the area, with North London Collegiate College just around the corner.

The owner is sad that the house is leaving the family as it was an extremely happy home but knows the next family will come to love it in the same way.”*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

KEY FEATURES

There is so much scope here to extend the home, subject to the relevant planning consents. The large double garage also lends itself to being converted into additional living accommodation.

From wherever you are in the property, there is a real feeling of being in your own private oasis. The exquisite garden is mostly laid to lawn and is surrounded by beautiful borders and mature shrubs. The wisteria-adorned pergola offers a shaded seating area from which you can appreciate the sound of the waterfall trickle into the pond and watch the wildlife come to visit. The expansive sun terrace offers an ideal spot for hosting summer BBQs.

Orchard Close offers your very own private oasis, backing onto Canons Park. Here you can enjoy a peaceful stroll through the memorial garden and grab a coffee from the cafe. As a resident of Orchard Close, you have exclusive access to the private seven acre lake, with fishing rights, offering the perfect place for walking, running and picnicking.

Despite it’s tranquil location, the property is situated within easy reach of the hustle and bustle of Edgware. Canons Park and Edgware Underground stations are just a 14 minute and 19 minute walk away from the property, respectively. Canons Park is on the Jubilee Line, offering a direct service to London Waterloo in around 30 minutes. Edgware is on the Northern Line, offering a direct service to Kings Cross in just 26 minutes.

The property is ideally located for some of the most highly sought after schools in the area, with the infamous North London Collegiate School being just a short stroll away.

There is a Canons Park Residents’ Association, built of volunteers who oversee maintenance of the lakes and engage gardeners, amongst other activities focussed around maintaining the beautiful estate. The committee also organises a security scheme, comprising dog patrols by a trained security officer on a Friday and Saturday evening. The cost of contributions is just £150 per year.

In addition to being close to public transport links, the property is also within easy reach of the M1 and M25.

Council Tax Band: G

Tenure: Freehold

price £1,000,000

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 28.05.2024

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